In Portland, Oregon, a 10-month-old boy named Ashaan Carter is on a long road to recovery after a scary encounter with infant botulism. This all started when he drank formula that was later found to be contaminated. The formula, donated to families in need, was supposed to be a helping hand but turn
The debate around abortion laws and infant mortality is complex. A study suggested that infant deaths in Texas went up after stricter abortion rules were put in place in 2021. Many people think this means abortion restrictions are bad for babies. But is this the whole story? The study found that fe
Utah is making big strides in fighting RSV, a nasty virus that makes it hard for babies to breathe. Doctors say fewer infants are getting really sick because more moms are getting vaccinated before their babies are born. Dr. Per Gesteland, who has seen many RSV seasons, says it's tough on families
In times of crisis, feeding babies and young kids should be a top concern. Yet, many wealthy nations aren't doing enough to plan for this. Even though there are global guidelines, like the Operational Guidance on IYCF in Emergencies, these rules aren't always followed in high-income countries (HICs)
Chemicals called PFAS are everywhere. They are in our water, food, and even the air. These chemicals are known as endocrine disruptors. This means they mess with the body's hormones. They can cause problems for growing kids, especially in the first two years of life. One way babies get these chemic
Breast milk is super important for babies. It's all they need to eat for the first six months. A recent study looked at how to get more moms in Indonesia to breastfeed exclusively. They wanted to find out who to focus on to make the biggest difference. The study found that some groups need more hel
Big trouble is brewing for some major retailers. The FDA has sent warning letters to Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Albertsons. Why? They kept selling baby formula that was recalled due to a serious health risk. This formula was linked to a nasty bacterial illness called infant botulism. It's especial
PFAS, or "forever chemicals, " are a big problem. They stick around in the environment and our bodies, causing serious health issues. These chemicals are in many products, like non-stick pans and waterproof clothes. They get into our water and stay there. More than 200 million Americans might be dri
Ever wondered how babies react to food when they're feeling upset? Scientists wanted to know too. They brought 12-month-old babies into a lab. First, the babies ate lunch until they were full. Then, they had to do something frustrating. While the babies wore special caps to measure brain activity, t
Oregon is facing a serious health issue. The state has seen more cases of whooping cough this year than ever before. This is a big problem because whooping cough can be very dangerous, especially for babies. Health experts say that fewer people are getting vaccinated, and this is making the situatio
